Geotechnical Driller

Geotechnical Driller – Plymouth, MI

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Driller to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in the Plymouth, MI office. This role offers a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Driller is responsible for performing a variety of drilling activities to obtain boring samples, including soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation.

Salary & Benefits Information:

In addition to competitive compensation, benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What you\’ll do:

• Investigate subsurface conditions, recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classification.
• Operate drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths to perform complex site investigations.
• Responsible for drill rig transportation.
• Train and direct Driller Assistants, identify and coordinate daily work schedules at job site.
• Direct site inquiries from general public to the project team.
• Prepare tooling and supplies for the day\’s tasks and load/unload/assemble/disassemble augers; troubleshoot drilling challenges.
• Retrieve/log samples and maintain record log of drilling activities.
• Clean and maintain equipment and perform site clean up.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• 2 years related geotechnical drilling experience.
• Valid driver\’s license and reliable driving record required.
• Travel up to 50%.
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; occasionally over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make discriminations in sound.
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures.
• Ability to climb occasionally and work at various heights.
• Ability to work overnight hours and off shift.
• Commercial Driver\’s License (CDL) – Class A.

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. Work with passion, pace, and precision to exceed customers\’ expectations while engaging employees to achieve 10X performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek\’s network of phenomenal people is our greatest asset, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity and takes affirmative action to ensure consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1‑877‑694‑8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.